I am a creative and passionate graphic designer with over 18 years of experience in producing high-quality design concepts and strategies. I specialize in all stages of the production process, from colour separation to final product completion. I enjoy working closely with clients and vendors to create compelling designs and ensure successful project delivery. I am also experienced in digital media design and social media posts. I have a strong background in art direction, branding, events planning, and managing creative teams. I am skilled in using various design software including Adobe Photoshop, Corel Draw, Adobe Illustrator, and Microsoft Office. I am always eager to take on new opportunities to strengthen relationships and lead negotiations to secure ongoing partnerships.

Nadia Karacosta

I am a creative and passionate graphic designer with over 18 years of experience in producing high-quality design concepts and strategies. I specialize in all stages of the production process, from colour separation to final product completion. I enjoy working closely with clients and vendors to create compelling designs and ensure successful project delivery. I am also experienced in digital media design and social media posts. I have a strong background in art direction, branding, events planning, and managing creative teams. I am skilled in using various design software including Adobe Photoshop, Corel Draw, Adobe Illustrator, and Microsoft Office. I am always eager to take on new opportunities to strengthen relationships and lead negotiations to secure ongoing partnerships.

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I am a creative and passionate graphic designer with over 18 years of experience in producing high-quality design concepts and strategies. I specialize in all stages of the production process, from colour separation to final product completion. I enjoy working closely with clients and vendors to create compelling designs and ensure successful project delivery. I am also experienced in digital media design and social media posts.

I have a strong background in art direction, branding, events planning, and managing creative teams. I am skilled in using various design software including Adobe Photoshop, Corel Draw, Adobe Illustrator, and Microsoft Office. I am always eager to take on new opportunities to strengthen relationships and lead negotiations to secure ongoing partnerships.

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Language

Greek, Modern
Fluent
English
Fluent

Work Experience

Graphic Designer at R.P.S. Promotions - Nicosia
January 1, 1998 - December 31, 1999
Worked within the graphic design team to redesign vector forms for clients' company logos and transferred them into printable forms for promotional materials such as pens, pencils, bags, mugs, and t-shirts. Coordinated graphic design materials from logo redesign to final printing on promotional objects. Reported to the Director of the company.
Administration at Mega FM 88.4 - Larnaca
January 1, 1999 - December 31, 1999
Managed the daily radio spots schedule within the sales team comprising six members. Coordinated the timing and reporting to the Sales Director.
Graphic Designer at TKS Advertising - Larnaca
January 1, 1999 - December 31, 1999
Part of the graphic design team designing brochures, catalogues, logos, banners, and posters. Reported to the General Manager. Created new design themes for marketing and collateral materials.
Graphic Designer at Antonia Konnarides Designs - Larnaca
January 1, 1999 - December 31, 2000
Supported graphics team with design of brochures, catalogues, logos, banners, and posters. Reported to the General Manager. Created new design themes for marketing and collateral materials.
Junior Graphic Designer at TO & FRO Advertising - Nicosia
January 1, 2000 - December 31, 2001
Supported design team in creating brochures, catalogues, logos, banners, and posters. Managed design through color separation and reported to the Art Director.
Graphic Design Tutor at Alexander College - Larnaca
January 1, 2001 - December 31, 2002
Tutored graphic design students in principles, briefing, guiding projects through creative thinking from drafts to final presentations. Coordinated concepts with media applications. Reported to the Head of Department.
Senior Graphic Designer at V&P Bright Ideas Print House - Larnaca
January 1, 2002 - December 31, 2006
Managed graphic design from design through printing process, including collateral design, branding, brochures, logos, and color separation. Supervised all stages of offset and digital print processes and coordinated paper material selection with clients.
Art Director at Quality Group - Larnaca
January 1, 2006 - August 31, 2021
Art Director for marketing department comprising five members, reporting to Marketing Director and CEO. Managed graphic design projects from concept to completion, developed design concepts and event planning, branding, signage, promotional materials, digital media posts, photo shoot direction, and team leadership.
Graphic Designer at R.P.S. Promotions - Nicosia
December 31, 1999 - July 30, 2025
Worked within the graphic design team, redesigning vector logos for clients, transferring them into printable forms for promotional materials including pens, pencils, bags, mugs, and t-shirts. Reported to the Director of the company and managed the production process on promotional objects.
Administration at Mega FM 88.4 - Larnaca
December 31, 1999 - July 30, 2025
Managed the daily radio spots schedule as a member of the sales team, reporting to the Sales Director.
Graphic Designer at TKS Advertising - Larnaca
December 31, 1999 - July 30, 2025
Worked within a team of 3 to design brochures, catalogues, logos, banners and posters. Reported to the General Manager and created new design themes for marketing and collateral materials.
Graphic Designer at Antonia Konnarides Designs - Larnaca
December 31, 2000 - July 30, 2025
Supported a team of 2 members designing brochures, catalogues, logos, banners, and posters. Reported to the General Manager and created new design themes for marketing and collateral materials.
Junior Graphic Designer at TO & FRO Advertising - Nicosia
December 31, 2001 - July 30, 2025
Supported the graphics team designing brochures, catalogues, logos, banners, and posters. Responsible for colour separation and reported to the Art Director.
Graphic Design Tutor at Alexander College - Larnaca
December 31, 2002 - July 30, 2025
Tutored graphic design students in principles and creative thinking. Guided projects from ideas through drafts to final presentation using all media applications. Reported to Head of Graphic Design department.
Senior Graphic Designer at V&P Bright Ideas Print House - Larnaca
December 31, 2006 - July 30, 2025
Managed design through printing process with a team of 5. Created branding, brochures, logos and oversaw colour separation and final print selection with clients. Reported to Managing Director.
Art Director at Quality Group - Larnaca
August 31, 2021 - July 30, 2025
Managed marketing department's graphic design projects, attending meetings to discuss requirements and objectives. Led design concepts and events planning. Oversaw all design stages including printing, signage, promotional materials, and digital media posts. Reported to Marketing Director and CEO.

Education

Lyceum Diploma at Saint George Lyceum, Larnaca
January 1, 1992 - December 31, 1995
National Diploma at Dewsberry College, U.K
January 1, 1995 - December 31, 1996
Higher National Diploma at Dewsberry College, U.K
January 1, 1996 - December 31, 1998
Bachelor of Arts at Huddersfield University, U.K
January 1, 2001 - December 31, 2002
Postgraduate Diploma at NCFE Level 5, U.K
January 1, 2002 - December 31, 2003
Lyceum Diploma at Saint George Lyceum, Larnaca
January 1, 1992 - December 31, 1995
National Diploma at Dewsberry College, U.K
January 1, 1995 - December 31, 1996
Higher National Diploma at Dewsberry College, U.K
January 1, 1996 - December 31, 1998
Bachelor of Arts at Huddersfield University, U.K
January 1, 2001 - December 31, 2002
Postgraduate Diploma at NCFE Level 5, U.K
January 1, 2002 - December 31, 2003

Qualifications

Adobe Photoshop Course
January 1, 1999 - December 31, 1999
Social Media Manager
January 1, 2024 - December 31, 2024
Certified Google Advertising Professional
January 1, 2024 - December 31, 2024
Adobe Photoshop Course
January 1, 1999 - December 31, 1999
Social Media Manager Certificate
January 1, 2024 - December 31, 2024
Certified Google Advertising Professional Certificate
January 1, 2024 - December 31, 2024

Industry Experience

Professional Services, Media & Entertainment, Retail, Education, Other